Year | Make/Model | Nada Odds per 100 Cars | Lemon Odds per 100 Cars | ||
25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven2016 | Volkswagen Jetta | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven | |||||
42 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 132100 miles driven Refresh of the Five Hundred. Common problem with corrosion on leading edge of the hood. 2008 |
Ford Taurus | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
42 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 132100 miles driven Refresh of the Five Hundred. Common problem with corrosion on leading edge of the hood. |
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
German manufacturer. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2003 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Volkswagen is a very reputable manufacturer see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
It's been interesting to see the mixed reactions I get when people learn that I bought a VW. I'm known for my research-minded ways when it comes to big decisions, so I think the reliability (or lack thereof) reputation that Volkswagen has caused people to be surprised by my purchase. But for as many horror stories that I've read or heard, I've also heard from many owners who swear by and love their VWs and have had minor to no issues. Given how in love with my car I am after just one week...I get why VW owners love their cars (but, I'll admit, I still have my fingers crossed that I won't be plagued with too many quirks or issues). see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
VW/Audi has a reputation of poor reliability and expensive to service. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm a little worried about how it'll hold up, due to VW's reputation. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
That people automatically assume that all VWs are unreliable just because they had problems with their cars in the late 90s/early 00s. The new Jetta and Rabbit are MUCH better than they used to be. The TDIs especially are very reliable. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
VW gets a bad reputation for reliability and quality though they build an excellent vehicle in terms of safety, handling and fun to drive. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
More work is needed to convince public that VW is a reliable brand. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2003 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
Image of a good car, well built, good handling with lackluster dealer service leads to uninspiring owner experience for many. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
Average car see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
Ford Taurus Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2004 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
They sold a bazillion of these things! Marketing genius, soccer moms, rule! see full Ford Taurus review |
Ford Taurus Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It is July 2013 and I bought my car last month. It is the first Ford I have owned since 1982, when I traded in a '69 Galaxy for a '79 Horizon. Wish I still had the Galaxy! I grew up in a Ford family, had my diver's license since 1974 and driven a bunch of different cars but had primarily been a GM for the last 20 years. They're still doing nice stuff and I've driven some of it but this Ford stole my heart and I'm glad to be back in the fold. Both Ford and GM have had their political and social miscues the last few years but I think Ford's product speaks for itself and I'm glad I own one. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
I get it. This is an "old people's car" in the common mindset. see full Ford Taurus review |